There are a lot of scary stories on the news right now, which can rightfully raise a lot of questions and fears in young readers. And while it may be tempting to shield kids from the frightening realities of the world, it’s not a sustainable solution. This is where books like Eden's Light, written by … Continue reading EDEN’S LIGHT (Jessica McKay, illus. by Jestenia Southerland)
As any anthropologist or beauty historian will tell you, hair is never just hair. Throughout time and across the globe, cultures have used hairstyling to express tradition, art, and identity. Yet the hair culture of marginalized groups is all too often dismissed, derided, and discriminated against. This prejudice is especially true of Black hair, something … Continue reading Hair Love: Exploring the Beautiful History of Black Hair With Sope Martins
Is your middle grade reader looking for more winter reads? Simon Kids has you covered with series that strike the fancies of fans in every genre. From romance to fantasy to comedy, these recent drops are great for middle graders looking to add to their TBR. Keeper of the Lost Cities: The Graphic Novel, Part … Continue reading Winter Middle Grade TBR Picks with SimonKids!
Like many families, creativity can get a little messy at our house! However, we love to make art and appreciate the beautiful art of others. After all, that’s one of the best parts of getting lost in an illustrated children’s book: the worlds that artists create using only a few art supplies and their imagination. … Continue reading Illustrations of Creativity with Candlewick Press
For middle grade readers, there’s another book birthday this week that can’t be missed: Amina Banana and the Formula for Making Money by Shifa Saltagi Safadi, illus. by Aaliya Jaleel, the third installment in the Amina Banana series! After the breakout success seen by the first two books when they were released last year, Amina … Continue reading AMINA BANANA AND THE FORMULA FOR MAKING MONEY (Shifa Saltagi Safadi, illus. by Aaliya Jaleel)
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